1 pkg dry yeast
2 c hot water
1/2 c sugar
3/4 c shortening, melted
1 egg
4 c self rising flour

Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl dissolve yeast in 1 cup of hot water. Mix together the remaining 1 cup water, shortening, sugar, and egg. Add flour 1 cup at a time, mixing after each addition. Spoon into greased muffin pan and bake for 20 minutes.

*Batter can be stored, covered in refrigerator for about 3 days.